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Switched out from the sails this morning to start the production of some of our quality accessories - IOM and DF95 boatbags, foils bags, transmitter snugs and rigbags ( not in the picture)

Recently, I noticed that my Google web site has added a new AI feature that will change a pdf article into a pod cast. The result can be quite amusing. Some hyperbole and some inappropriate analogies. I post this so you may share a chuckle. AI has a long way to go! Here is the link to the google pod cast of my chapter 2 on the Start. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LVa3comzPFX898CbWGAf957uGl1DP9kZ/view?usp=sharing The source article is here https://sites.google.com/site/johnsrcsailingrulesandtactics/ and see Chapter 2 The Start. John

Cat Components and CatSails are two companies in the radio sailing world. CatSails focuses on high-performance custom sails and accessories. Cat Components provides lightweight, 3D-printed rig parts. Together, they offer a complete product portfolio for model yacht racers. But are they the same companyThere is a simple answer to this, No. Despite having similar names and logos they are two celebrate business, run, owned and operated independently. How It StartedNigel Brown set up CatSails in 2005 after he left his full time roles working as a sailmaker for various Americas Cup teams around the globe. CatSails has become the premier worldwide supplier of sails and accessories for many classes including the International One Meter (IOM), DragonForce65 (DF65, DragonFlite 95 (DF95), Micro Magic and many custom designs, supplying sails and performance accessories to multiple World and National Champions. In 2025, Nigel and Wayne Stobbs were building radio sailboats together. They had trouble finding good parts at reasonable prices for their boats, whether the IOOM (International One Meter) class, A Class or their current passion, Vintage Marblehead's, so they decided to design and 3D-print their own pieces. Other people soon got to hear about this and wanted to get their hands on the parts and so Nigel and Wayne made their product range available on www.catsails.co.uk. Worldwide demand for the items and components started to grow and so it was decided that Wayne should set up CatComponents, leaving CatSails to continue to focus on their traditional market, sails and accessories. So Cat Components was founded, using the CatSails logo and "Cat" name in homage to the team at Catsails who helped get the business off the ground. The Perfect PartnershipBuilding a fast model sailboat takes more than just a great sail. It also needs strong, light parts to hold the mast and control the rigging. CatSails make the custom sails. Nigels history in the sport of sailing, his technical understanding of how sails work, construction techniques and attention to detail make him the perfect sailmaker for the radio sailing community. Cat Components makes the Rig Components, sail marking stencils, start countdown systems and much more. Wayne's ability to understand peoples needs and turn them into products that as affordable, light and most importantly, readily available is what sets Cat Components apart from other suppliers. Better Gear for YouThink of your model boat as a car. The sail is the engine. The rig components are the frame and wheels. You need both to work as a team. Because Wayne and Nigel work closely together, the parts from Cat Components are made to fit perfectly with the sails from CatSails. This gives you a fast, smooth, and easy sailing experience on the water. For anything sail related please reach out to Nigel and Sue at CatSails. For Components, Stencils etc, Please contact Wayne at Cat Components

The one off win outright trophies for Classic & Vintage radio "Marble" heads, beautifully crafted by our Peter Iles. Available to win at this years Radio Marblehead Nationals. So, dig out your old Marblehead and come and try & win one. We look forward to seeing you, last weekend in September. From all at Fleetwood MYC.